Specific Conductance
The conductivity of an object measured under standard condition is called the specific conductance. Specific conductance is the conductivity of water at 25°C. Pure water, without any dissolved ions, is a poor conductor of electricity. However, natural water sources typically contain various dissolved substances, making them more conductive.
Specific conductance is usually measured in units of Siemens per meter (S/m) or microsiemens per centimeter (µS/cm).
Conductivity of Water
Conductivity of water is the ability of water to conduct electricity or heat. It is measured using the symbols “s” or “k”. It is directly proportional to the number of conductive ions that are present in the water. Pure water has a very low conductivity as it doesn’t have any dissolved ions. On the other hand, natural water sources have different dissolved ions that increase their conductivity.
Let’s understand the conductivity of water in detail in this article.
Table of Content
- What is Conductivity of Water?
- Conductivity Formula
- Conductivity of Saltwater
- Use of Conductivity of Water for Industrial Applications
- Thermal Conductivity of Water
- Electrical Conductivity of Water
- Factors Affecting the Conductivity of Water
- Specific Conductance
- Applications of Conductivity of Water